Business Looks Hot as the Choctaw Nation Adds Another Chili’s to the Mix
By Charlie Clark
Choctaw Nation
Atoka, Okla. - The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome a new Chili’s® franchise to Atoka.
Residents of Atoka will now be able to enjoy a fresh casual lunch or a night on the town at Chili’s®. The restaurant’s ribbon-cutting and soft opening was held on Friday, Dec. 4. There were over 100 people present at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, with Chief Gary Batton, Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr., several members of Tribal Council and local officials in attendance. The restaurant officially opened its doors to the public on Monday, Dec. 7.
“The Choctaw Nation is excited about opening this location in Atoka. We have been very pleased with the performance of the Poteau restaurant and we look forward to serving and being a part of both these wonderful communities”, said Jody Standifer, Executive Director of Retail and Food & Beverage for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
The Atoka restaurant has provided over 45 new jobs to the surrounding area. District 10 Princess December Pittman is among those employed.
Positions are still available for anyone interested in working in a fun, fast-paced environment. To apply, visit www.careers.choctawnation.com.
The restaurant is located at the junction of U.S. Highway 69 and Highway 3, adjacent to the existing Choctaw Nation Travel Plaza and Casino Too.
The Atoka Chili’s is a 4,500 square-foot restaurant with seating for 156 customers.
The hours of operation will be 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday–Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday–Saturday.
The Chili’s restaurant is the newest addition to the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma’s Franchise Division.